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A patient with COPD has a “barrel chest.” The nurse would expect the chest x-ray report to indicate that there is
a.   overinflation of the alveoli.
b.   consolidation of lung tissue.
c.   fluid in the alveoli.
d.   air in the pleural space.
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9 years ago
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A barrel chest results from lung hyperinflation and is a common finding in patients with COPD. Consolidation, fluid, and air in the pleural space all would indicate that intervention is needed.
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9 years ago
Glad you found my input helpful. Please mark the topic solved, otherwise let me know if you need further clarification.
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